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Beginner
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0.5m
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1m
max. height |
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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This plant
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Botanical name: Iris foetidissima
Other names: Stinking iris, Scarlet-seeded iris, Stinking gladwin, Stinking gladwyn, Gladwin, Roast beef plant, Blue seggin, Gladden, Gladdon
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Genus: Iris
Species: I. foetidissima - I. foetidissima is an evergreen perennial with glossy rich green leaves and small, dull purple flowers flushed yellow followed by orange-red seed pods in autumn to winter.
Iris foetidissima is: Evergreen
Flower: Purple, Yellow in Summer
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Fruit: Orange-red in Autumn; Orange-red in Winter
Habit: Clump-forming, Erect
Toxicity: Ingestion may cause severe discomfort.
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Iris foetidissima (Stinking iris) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Wallside and trellises, Roof terrace, City
Cultivation: Plant in in well-drained, fertile soil.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun |
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North, South, East, West |
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Exposed, Sheltered |
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Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
Ella
I'm wondering if anyone could tell me the best way to do this. I understand a cold frame is best, but is it true they may take a year to a year and a half to propagate?
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- Posted: Sun. 19th February 2012 19:57
- Last reply: Mon. 20th February 2012 22:08
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